LAW 1027:
Innocence and Wrongful Convictions
Spring 2027 • Section 51
Course Description
This seminar provides students with an overview of the issues and case law related to wrongful convictions. Students should gain an understanding of this dynamic and quickly growing area of law. The course will track a case in litigation with the Pennsylvania Innocence Project involving a person convicted of a crime he or she did not commit as a means of understanding how innocent people are convicted and why it is so difficult to exonerate them.
Schedule
| Day/Time | Location |
|---|---|
| W 6:00-7:50 PM | TBA |
Registration Info
Registration Notes
For Spring 2027, students should email kelly.butts@temple for a prerequisite waiver prior to registering for this course.
Book List/Materials
Materials To Be Announced